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Candace Cameron Bure Announced As StarKist® Spokesperson

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PITTSBURGH, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — StarKist® announced that Candace Cameron Bure, star of “Full House“ and “Fuller House,” is the brand’s newest spokesperson. Bure, alongside StarKist’s iconic mascot Charlie® the Tuna, will share the spotlight as they feature StarKist® Tuna and Salmon Creations® line of single-serve pouches as part of a healthy, on-the-go lifestyle.

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“I grew up eating StarKist products, and it’s a brand that I continue to trust and enjoy today,” said Candace Cameron Bure, actress and producer. “When I was younger, the individual cans were my go-to staple when I packed my own lunch. Today, as a working mom of three growing kids, StarKist pouches are a great, convenient source of protein that is packed with nutrients to keep my whole family fueled and focused. I am honored to team up with a brand that has continued their commitment to bringing healthy foods to families everywhere, including mine.”

To kick off the partnership, Bure will be featured prominently in StarKist’s multimedia campaigns, including two 15-second on-the-go television commercials showcasing how she eats, snacks and keeps healthy with her busy schedule. Each television spot will focus on how StarKist Creations can be enjoyed straight from the pouch to fuel Bure’s day of being an actress, producer, and most importantly, a mom. Click here and here to view the commercials. In addition, Bure will be featured in a national public relations campaign, digital and social media, where Bure will be sharing her own personal health tips including quick and easy recipes featuring her favorite StarKist products along with recommendations to achieving a healthy, on-the-go lifestyle.

“We are big supporters of Candace and know that she has an incredible fan-base that ranges from millennials to baby boomers,” said Andy Mecs, Director of Marketing & Innovation, StarKist Co. “These fans not only grew up with Candace, but also with Charlie the Tuna. It’s an incredible opportunity to partner the two icons together. Both Candace and our brand are focused on a healthy lifestyle, so we’re thrilled to have her on board to help represent the way people enjoy seafood with our innovative, convenient pouch products available in various flavors.”

As the newest brand spokesperson for StarKist, Bure will represent StarKist Creations products, including Salmon Creations in Lemon Dill and Mango Chipotle, as well as Tuna Creations flavors: Lemon Pepper, Sweet & Spicy, Ranch, Hickory Smoked and, her personal favorite, Hot Buffalo Style.

Eat More Seafood

The benefits of a diet rich in seafood are impressive. Research has also shown that people who eat at least two servings of seafood a week have lower rates of heart disease than those who eat less. In fact the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends eating at least 8 oz. of a variety of fish each week – such as light meat tuna, salmon or shellfish. 

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Visit www.StarKist.com to learn more about single serve StarKist® Tuna Creations and Salmon Creations, be sure to become a StarKist fan at www.Facebook.com/StarKist, and follow us on Twitter @StarKistCharlie and Pinterest www.Pinterest.com/StarKist.

About Candace Cameron Bure

Candace Cameron Bure, 40, is an American actress, producer, New York Times’ bestselling author, and former TV talk show host. She is best known to millions worldwide through her role as D.J. Tanner on the iconic family sitcom “Full House,” and continues to flourish in the entertainment industry. She is currently starring in the hit Netflix spinoff “Fuller House,” producing and acting in multiple movies with Hallmark Channel & Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and recently completed her final season as a co-host on ABC’s “The View”. While juggling her successful career, Bure is also a devoted wife and mother of three who is outspoken and passionate about her faith and family. She shares her family time between Los Angeles and Napa Valley, California, and she enjoys eating healthy and being physically active. Candace hopes to inspire others through her work as well as her social media channels.

About StarKist

StarKist Co. is a food company that provides trusted, healthy, and shelf-stable seafood products in the United States. An industry innovator, StarKist was the first brand to introduce StarKist single-serve pouch products, which include Tuna Creations®, Salmon Creations®, Kid’s Creations™ and Gourmet Selects®. As America’s favorite tuna, StarKist represents a tradition of quality, consumer trust and a commitment to sustainability. StarKist’s charismatic brand icon, Charlie® the Tuna, swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a subsidiary of the Dongwon Group.

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Brident Dental Launches “Smiles for Schools” Support for Local High Schools

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ORANGE, California, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Brident Dental & Orthodontics, a leader in accessible, affordable, high-quality oral health care, today launched “Smiles for Schools,” a partnership and support program for intermediate and secondary schools.

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The “Smiles for Schools” sponsorship program will pair each of the over 200 offices of Western Dental & Orthodontics and its affiliate Brident Dental & Orthodontics with neighboring junior high and high schools. The program will provide over $100,000 in total school support funding – $500 per school – during 2017.

“Brident Dental and Western Dental offices have locally partnered with schools in their communities for many years. We are excited to expand and formalize this commitment to working with the schools in the neighborhoods near each of our offices,” said Joshua Marder, Chief Marketing Officer of Western Dental & Orthodontics and its affiliate, Brident Dental & Orthodontics. ‘Smiles for Schools’ will help raise oral health awareness by sharing the expertise of our clinical staff with students and their parents.”

The funds, which are just one component of the program, may be used by schools at their discretion. In addition, Brident Dental will provide support at school events, sharing oral health information with students and their parents as part of an ongoing partnership with each school.

To learn more about Brident Dental or inquire about employment opportunities for dental professionals, visit www.brident.com or call 1-855-834-4451.

ABOUT BRIDENT DENTAL

Brident Dental & Orthodontics, with 30 offices throughout Texas, is an affiliate of Western Dental, one of the nation’s largest dental providers and the leader in accessible, affordable, high-quality oral health care, with over 2 million patient visits annually in more than 200 affiliated offices throughout California, Arizona, Nevada and Texas. Brident is a leading provider of orthodontics services in Texas, and last year expanded its network of orthodontists, oral surgeons, pedodontists, periodontists and endodontists to better service patient needs all within their local office. All of Brident’s services are backed by a unique quality assurance system that electronically monitors all patient visits, treatments, dental staff and clinical performance to enable high-quality care.

For more information, please visit www.brident.com.

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Assistant to the United States Solicitor General Rejoins Latham’s Supreme Court & Appellate Practice

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Latham & Watkins LLP1 is pleased to announce that appellate litigator Roman Martinez has returned to the firm as a partner in the Litigation & Trial Department and a member of the Supreme Court & Appellate Practice in the Washington, D.C. office. Martinez, a former associate of the firm from 2010 to 2013, has served as an Assistant to the United States Solicitor General since he left the firm in 2013.

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Over the past three years, Martinez has argued seven cases in the Supreme Court of the United States.  He has briefed some of the most important commercial cases to come before the Supreme Court in the past several terms, advised on many more cases before the Supreme Court and the courts of appeals, and worked with many federal government agencies and components of the Department of Justice. His cases have spanned a wide array of areas, including intellectual property, environmental, securities and criminal law.  Most notably, Martinez successfully argued on behalf of the United States in Halo Electronics, Inc. v. Pulse Electronics, helping to secure a win in one of the most important intellectual property cases before the Court last Term, addressing the legal standard for awarding enhanced damages under the Patent Act.  He also successfully argued for the United States in Octane Fitness, LLC v. Icon Health & Fitness Inc., a high-profile case concerning the availability of attorney fees in patent litigation.  In recognition of his achievements, the Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia presented Martinez with its 2016 “Rising Star Award.”

“Roman’s thoughtful advice and advocacy experience will undoubtedly benefit clients across industries as they face complex legal challenges. He earned universal acclaim for his extraordinary work, broad skill set and judgment when he worked at Latham previously and we couldn’t be more excited to have him back at the firm following his service in the Solicitor General’s office,” said Michael Egge, Office Managing Partner of Latham & Watkins in Washington, D.C. 

Martinez rejoins Latham’s nationally renowned Supreme Court and Appellate Practice in Washington, D.C., led by Gregory Garre, a former Solicitor General of the United States, and including such notable appellate litigators as Richard Bress, Scott Ballenger and Melissa Arbus Sherry, who returned to Latham in 2014 after serving as an Assistant to the United States Solicitor General as well. Prior to his work in the Solicitor General’s office, Martinez handled a wide variety of matters in the Supreme Court and before federal and state appellate courts, and he argued appeals in the D.C. Circuit, Federal Circuit and Tennessee Court of Appeals.  Martinez received the Veterans Community Service Award from the National Organization of Veterans Advocates for his successful Administrative Procedure Act challenge to a Department of Veterans Affairs regulation depriving veterans of due-process protections in the disability claims process. In a letter commending Martinez, Chief Justice of the United States John G. Roberts, Jr., wrote that “Roman’s work on behalf of American veterans is admirable and in the best tradition of the bar’s commitment to pro bono service.”

Gregory Garre, Global Chair of the Supreme Court and Appellate Practice, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Roman back to our appellate practice. He is a rare talent—an excellent oral advocate and superb writer with judgment well beyond his years.”

“I was honored to work in the Solicitor General’s office alongside extraordinarily talented colleagues on many precedent-setting matters. It was an invaluable experience that I will cherish for years to come,” said Martinez. “I’m excited to return to Latham and put the knowledge and experience I’ve gained to use by advising the firm’s clients as they navigate the many legal challenges that organizations face today. My practice will center on appellate litigation, defending against administrative action raising constitutional and other legal issues and helping clients develop creative approaches to difficult legal questions that arise in and out of litigation.”

Martinez earned his law degree in 2008 from Yale Law School. He then clerked for Judge Brett Kavanaugh at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit and Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., at the Supreme Court of the United States.  Before law school, he worked for several years at the U.S. Department of Defense, at the United States diplomatic mission in Iraq and on the National Security Council staff at the White House.  

About Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins is a global law firm with more than 2,200 lawyers in its offices located in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States, including: Barcelona, Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Century City, Chicago, Dubai, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Madrid, Milan, Moscow, Munich, New York, Orange County, Paris, Riyadh, Rome, San Diego, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Tokyo and Washington, D.C. For more information on Latham & Watkins, please visit the website at www.lw.com.

Notes to Editors
1Latham & Watkins operates as a limited liability partnership worldwide with affiliated limited liability partnerships conducting the practice in the United Kingdom, France and Italy and affiliated partnerships conducting the practice in Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore. Latham & Watkins operates in Seoul as a Foreign Legal Consultant Office. Latham & Watkins practices in Saudi Arabia in association with the Law Office of Salman M. Al-Sudairi.

Contacts

Michael Egge, Office Managing Partner, Washington, D.C., +1.202.637.2285

Gregory Garre, Global Chair of the Supreme Court and Appellate Practice, Washington, D.C., +1.202.637.2207

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Olympusat Launches the Ultra HD Plex Channels on Hotwire Communications

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WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Olympusat, Inc., one of the largest independent media companies specializing in the ownership, distribution, production and technical services of Spanish-and English-language networks, announced that the Ultra HD Plex Channels are now available in Fision® En Español, Hotwire’s Spanish-language package.

“The addition of Olympusat’s Ultra HD Plex channels provides more variety and multicultural programming to Hotwire’s channel lineup, positioning Hotwire Communications as one of the leading providers of Spanish-language content,” stated Tom Mohler, CEO of Olympusat Holdings. “We are excited to be working collectively with Hotwire Communications to further deliver high-quality content and multi-genre HD programming to Hispanic households across the country.”

“Our customers appreciate the high-quality Spanish-language programming that Hotwire Communications provides and we are very excited to continue adding best-in-class programming to our lineup,” said Jonathan Bullock, Vice President of Corporate Development for Hotwire Communications.  “With the addition of 12 new Spanish-language HD channels, including premium-quality, Spanish-language movie channels, Hotwire is offering its Fision customers a best in class Spanish-language lineup.”

The new distribution agreement offers Hotwire’s customers a robust lineup of HD channels that feature highly-acclaimed movies and series, fan-favorite telenovelas, educational and entertaining shows for kids, popular music videos, and captivating documentaries from all over the world. The channels that will be available in Hotwire’s Fision® En Español package are: Ultra Banda, Ultra Cine, Ultra Clásico, Ultra Docu, Ultra Familia, Ultra Fiesta, Ultra Film, Ultra Kidz, Ultra Luna, Ultra Macho, Ultra Mex, and Ultra Tainment.

In addition to Olympusat’s Ultra HD Plex Channels, Hotwire Communications will also add Parables, an English-language channel that exclusively provides faith-based entertainment; and TOKU, a 24/7 channel dedicated to eye catching anime, popular live-action titles and cult classics from Asia dubbed into English.

To learn more about Olympusat’s industry-leading efforts, please visit olympusat.com.

Olympusat Editorial Contact:
Jesus Piñango
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IMTC announces its first Remittances & Migration Conference, IMTC LATAM 2017 in Antigua, Guatemala on March 8-10, 2017

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MIAMI, Jan. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — IMTC, the premier events of the International Money Transfer & Payments Industry, has announced today that its first remittance & migration conference of 2017 will be held in Antigua, Guatemala at the Porta Hotel. IMTC LATAM 2017 will be its first conference in Central America and will draw attendees from the Americas & Europe.

Remittances to Guatemala will surpass US 7 Billion for 2016, an all-time high. Remittances to Guatemala have grown steadily since 2010 with an average growth of 6% per year, outperforming most of the countries in the region. But also El Salvador, Honduras and even Mexico has seen remittances grow in 2016, all of them reaching all-time highs. Remittances to Honduras are expected to reach 4 billion while El Salvador could reach 4.5 B when year-end statistics are published. Higher incomes in the US and Trump fears are cited as reasons for the increases.

The main objective of this event is to explore the remittance market in the region, learn what bank and non-bank institutions are doing to serve the families of migrants, the financial inclusion efforts, the technological innovations that are slowly reaching this market as well as the migration-related laws and regulations implemented in several countries (anti-coyote laws) and the humane treatment of migrant minors.

Hugo Cuevas-Mohr, Director at IMTC, states: “Now that migration & remittances are at the center of the political debates in Europe & the US, it is important for the industry to work together with the civil society, regulators & politicians. The importance of remittances to every country in the region is enormous and we must work together to defend the right of migrants to help their families back home. The industry has always been part of the solution.”

Mr. Cuevas-Mohr will be visiting Guatemala on January 15-18 to meet with representatives from the industry, the government and the media to increase awareness on the coming event and discuss agenda topics with potential speakers and panelists.

IMTC (http://imtconferences.com/) organizes IMTC WORLD in Miami Beach, the largest industry gathering in the world, IMTC USA in San Francisco (June), IMTC EMEA in Madrid (April) and IMTC AFRICA in Nairobi, Kenya (September).

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”Bear Hugs Toy Drive” Brings Plush Toys & Healing Power of Music to Miller Children’s

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LONG BEACH, Calif., Jan. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Wednesday, Dec. 21, hundreds of teddy bears and plush toys made their way into the arms of pediatric patients at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach. The donation was part of the “Bear Hugs Toy Drive” launched by Liset Meruelo, wife of prominent Cuban-American businessman Alex Meruelo, of the Meruelo Group.

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During the holiday season, Meruelo Group employees, families and friends across Southern California collect bears and stuffed animals to comfort hospitalized children.

To help deliver the toys and spread a holiday joy, Liset Meruelo brought along a few surprise guests including costumed characters from Party Princess Productions dressed as “Frozen’s“ Elsa and Anna, and “Star Wars'” Darth Vader, Jedi and a Stormtrooper.

This is the 19th year teddy bears and stuffed animals were collected for the “Bear Hugs Toy Drive,” but this year came with an extra special delivery. During the visit, Liset and Alex Meruelo made a donation of $20,000 to support the Music Therapy Program – part of the Child Life Program – at Miller Children’s.

Studies have shown that patients who receive music therapy in conjunction with traditional therapies may need less pain medication, go home earlier, and have decreased levels of anxiety compared to patients who do not receive music therapy.

“From our tiniest patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to our teen patients, our Music Therapy Program is instrumental in helping our patients heal,” says Laurel Terreri, MA, MT-BC, board-certified music therapist, Miller Children’s.

Through their generous donation, the Music Therapy Program will expand to the Infusion Center at Miller Children’s. The majority of the patients who use the Infusion Center are children and adolescents with cancer and other serious blood disorders, who need to come back to the hospital on a regular basis for chemotherapy treatment or blood transfusions.

“Treatments and procedures done in the Infusion Center can take anywhere from one to eight hours,” says Terreri. “Music therapy can be used as a distraction for patients that may be experiencing anxiety or pain during prolonged treatments.”

Liset and Alex Meruelo are longtime supporters of Miller Children’s. This is their second donation to the Music Therapy Program. Liset Meruelo also volunteered as a NICU cuddler, where she supports the development and growth of premature babies by interacting with them during times when their parents can’t be with them.

“Music heals the soul and when these kids are going through transfusions or chemotherapy, we want to be able to provide them with the support, hope and reassurance that they need to heal,” says Liset Meruelo, philanthropist and friend of Miller Children’s.

Sodexo Challenges Students Nationwide to Reduce Food Waste to Landfills with Spark 101 STEM Skills Video

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GAITHERSBURG, Maryland, Jan. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With the support of Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life services, teachers nationwide now have a new resource specifically designed to help students explore applications of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in real-world food waste and environmental sustainability challenges. Teachers are invited to use a new Spark 101 STEM Skills Video to engage students in an example of authentic problem-solving based on actual challenges faced by employers. In Sodexo’s Spark 101 challenge, students are asked to apply their environmental science and analytical skills to help Sodexo’s client reduce food waste typically sent to the landfill.

Sodexo, Inc., a leader in delivering sustainable, integrated facilities management and foodservice operations

In 2015, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimated that while nearly 60,000 job openings become available in the U.S. annually, only 35,000 qualified graduates are projected to fill them. Of those openings:

  • 50% will be in management and business
  • 27% will be in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields
  • 12% will be in education, communication, and governmental services
  • 15% of the jobs will be in food and biomaterials production

Students who are passionate about global sustainability may be unaware of both the relevant career paths and the relationship between food waste and food service. With an eye toward increasing that awareness, Sodexo turned to Spark 101 to engage diverse students in STEM coursework and strengthen pathways to potential careers in these fields.

“Spark 101 STEM skills videos use a format proven to be effective in schools. An independent evaluation found that they increase STEM career awareness and skills, with significant positive effects on STEM engagement among students,” said Sodexo’s CEO for Schools in North America, Stephen Dunmore.  “Surveys also showed that 80 percent of students want teachers to integrate case study challenges into classwork and want employers to provide more case studies.”

In 2016, Sodexo awarded the nonprofit a grant to increase STEM engagement for 20,000 students through Spark 101’s free, short, career-based case study videos connecting high school coursework to STEM careers, specifically those in food service and sustainability.

“Each year four million students graduate high school without having had an opportunity to tackle a real-world problem. And employers need options other than internships to introduce students to viable careers and critical skills,” said Jane Kubasik, founder and president of the 114th Partnership. “We are very excited to add Sodexo’s real workplace challenges to our library to help more learners connect passions to facilities management and food service career pathways while cultivating the necessary STEM skills to drive future innovation.”

Spark 101 STEM skills videos, presented by employers like Sodexo, use an online interactive video format to let students work on real challenges faced by professionals in business, government, nonprofit, and academic institutions. The 10-minute classroom videos—co-developed by educators, employers, and Spark 101 design experts—engage students in authentic STEM problem solving, aligned to curriculum and educational standards for easy classroom integration. Secondary teachers can access more than 50 free Spark 101 STEM skills videos and curriculum-aligned teaching materials online at www.spark101.org.

Spark 101 is a program of the 114th Partnership, a national nonprofit that helps students navigate education and career pathways. By connecting classwork to professional pathways, the organization will equip one million students with the knowledge they need to connect their personal passions to high opportunity careers.

Sodexo delivers more than 100 services across North America that enhance organizational performance, contribute to local communities and improve quality of life. The Fortune Global 500 company is a leader in delivering sustainable, integrated facilities management and foodservice operations.

Learn more about Sodexo at its corporate blog, Sodexo Insights.

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American Honda Sets All-Time Sales Records Powered by Demand for Cars and Trucks

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TORRANCE, California, Jan. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported an all-time annual sales record of 1,637,942 Honda and Acura vehicles for 2016, an increase of 3.2 percent to eclipse the company’s previous best set in 2015. AHM also set new annual and monthly total truck sales records, gaining 5.6 percent on sales of 813,243 units for the year, and 17.4 percent in December on sales of 85,568. Honda Division sales also set a new annual record, rising 4.8 percent on sales of 1,476,582 vehicles in 2016, as well as a new December record, gaining 6.9 percent on sales of 143,329 units. Honda trucks set new all-time best annual and monthly marks, gaining 6.7 percent on sales of 705,387 for the year, and 19 percent on sales of 73,380 for December. Honda cars were up 3.1 percent for the year on sales of 771,195 units. Acura car and truck sales totaled 17,148 in December, up 1.9 percent over the same month last year. Acura total annual sales reached 161,360 in 2016, down 8.9 percent for the year. However, Acura trucks set a new all-time monthly record in December, gaining 8.9 percent on sales of 12,188 vehicles.

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“2016 was a very rewarding year for American Honda in which we set a second consecutive all-time sales record while maintaining our unique focus on retail sales to individual buyers,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of the Automobile Division of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “We are going to build on this success with a continued focus on strong products and sound sales strategies that increase quality and value for our customers.”

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The Honda Division recorded new all-time and monthly records while two core models set all-time annual and a monthly record for the Honda Division. Further, the Civic, Accord and CR-V combined to easily surpass 1 million units in 2016 for the 4th consecutive year, and a December sales flourish for the Ridgeline and the recently-released Civic Hatchback made for an exciting close of a successful year.      

  • Honda Division sales set a new annual total vehicle record, up 4.8 percent over last year’s record on sales of 1,476,582.
  • Honda trucks also set a new annual mark, breaking the 2015 record with an increase of 6.7 percent on sales of 705,387 for the year, while setting a new all-time best monthly record, jumping 19 percent on sales of 73,380 units in December.
  • CR-V, America’s best-selling SUV, set new all-time annual and monthly records: with sales for the year at 357,335, a 3.4 percent gain, and December sales of 37,778 for a 21.1 percent leap to grab its best month in history. CR-V sales got an end-of-year boost as the all-new 2017 model went on sale in the last 10 days of December.
  • The new Ridgeline had its best sales month since its debut last spring, with 4,085 units sold in December.
  • With Civic setting an all-time annual sales mark of 366,927 (up 9.4 percent) the new Civic Hatchback made a splash in December, contributing over 4,000 sales for the month.
  • HR-V sales jumped dramatically in 2016, gaining 95.5 percent over 2015 on sales of 82,041 units. HR-V was also up 90.7 percent in December on sales of 9,034 vehicles.

“It was an amazing year for the Honda brand with our product lineup full of industry best models,” said Jeff Conrad, senior vice president & general manager of the Honda Division. “Our strong December also builds momentum for 2017 which is shaping up to be another great year as still more new Honda products will give customers exciting new choices.”  

Acura

Acura Division sales in December topped 2015 with positive contributions from both cars and trucks. RDX had a best-ever year and month, while MDX enjoyed its best sales month of 2016, pushing Acura trucks to a new all-time record month. Despite declining luxury sedan sales in the U.S., TLX sales were up and RLX made a notable gain in December. Continuing its steady production ramp up, the second-generation NSX supercar had its best month to date.

  • Acura trucks recorded best-ever monthly sales, gaining 8.9 percent on sales of 12,188 units.
  • Total Acura truck sales exceeded 100,000 units for the third year in a row.
  • RDX set a new all-time monthly sales record, jumping 20.3 percent on sales of 5,945 vehicles, as well as a new annual benchmark, rising 2.6 percent on sales of 52,361 units.
  • MDX sales in 2016 topped 50,000 units for the fifth straight year, helping extend its reign as the all-time best-selling luxury three-row SUV in America.
  • Acura sold 68 NSX supercars in December, its best month since sales began last spring.

“With Acura trucks leading the way and the TLX performing strongly in a challenging market for sedans, we were able to finish our 30th anniversary year on a strong note,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president & general manager of the Acura division. “We’re excited to carry this momentum, with a strong future vision for Acura, into the new year.”

 

American Honda Vehicle Sales for December 2016

Month-to-Date

Year-to-Date

December
2016

December
2015

DSR** %
Change

MoM %
Change

December
2016

December
2015

DSR** %
Change

YoY %
Change

 

American Honda Total

160,477

150,893

10.3%

6.4%

1,637,942

1,586,551

3.6%

3.2%

Total Car Sales

74,909

78,016

-0.4%

-4.0%

824,699

816,127

1.4%

1.1%

Total Truck Sales

85,568

72,877

21.8%

17.4%

813,243

770,424

5.9%

5.6%

Honda Total Car Sales

69,949

72,389

0.2%

-3.4%

771,195

748,198

3.4%

3.1%

Honda Total Truck Sales

73,380

61,681

23.4%

19.0%

705,387

661,188

7.0%

6.7%

Acura Total Car Sales

4,960

5,627

-8.6%

-11.9%

53,504

67,929

-21.0%

-21.2%

Acura Total Truck Sales

12,188

11,196

12.9%

8.9%

107,856

109,236

-0.9%

-1.3%

Total Domestic Car Sales

62,639

74,032

-12.3%

-15.4%

749,038

803,167

-6.4%

-6.7%

Honda Division

57,871

68,564

-12.5%

-15.6%

697,016

737,468

-5.2%

-5.5%

Acura Division

4,768

5,468

-9.6%

-12.8%

52,022

65,699

-20.6%

-20.8%

Total Domestic Truck Sales

85,568

72,877

21.8%

17.4%

813,243

770,419

5.9%

5.6%

Honda Division

73,380

61,681

23.4%

19.0%

705,387

661,183

7.0%

6.7%

Acura Division

12,188

11,196

12.9%

8.9%

107,856

109,236

-0.9%

-1.3%

Total Import Car Sales

12,270

3,984

219.4%

208.0%

75,661

12,960

485.7%

483.8%

Honda Division

12,078

3,825

227.5%

215.8%

74,179

10,730

593.6%

591.3%

Acura Division

192

159

25.2%

20.8%

1,482

2,230

-33.3%

-33.5%

Total Import Truck Sales

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

5

-100.0%

-100.0%

Honda Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

5

-100.0%

-100.0%

Acura Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION

Honda Division Total

143,329

134,070

10.9%

6.9%

1,476,582

1,409,386

5.1%

4.8%

* ACCORD

33,873

35,056

0.2%

-3.4%

345,225

355,557

-2.6%

-2.9%

* CIVIC

31,482

32,796

-0.5%

-4.0%

366,927

335,384

9.8%

9.4%

  CLARITY FCV

8

0

0.0%

0.0%

8

0

0.0%

0.0%

  CR-Z

160

316

-47.5%

-49.4%

2,338

3,073

-23.7%

-23.9%

  FCX CLARITY

0

2

-100.0%

-100.0%

0

2

-100.0%

-100.0%

* FIT

4,425

4,197

9.3%

5.4%

56,630

52,724

7.8%

7.4%

  INSIGHT

1

22

-95.3%

-95.5%

67

1,458

-95.4%

-95.4%

  CROSSTOUR

0

613

-100.0%

-100.0%

726

9,104

-92.0%

-92.0%

* CR-V

37,778

31,185

25.6%

21.1%

357,335

345,647

3.7%

3.4%

  HR-V

9,034

4,737

97.8%

90.7%

82,041

41,969

96.1%

95.5%

  ODYSSEY

10,411

11,800

-8.5%

-11.8%

120,846

127,736

-5.1%

-5.4%

  PILOT

12,072

13,344

-6.2%

-9.5%

120,772

136,212

-11.0%

-11.3%

  RIDGELINE

4,085

2

211,714.8%

204,150.0%

23,667

520

4,466.2%

4,451.3%

*** Memo: Accord FHEV

3,124

222

1,359.3%

1,307.2%

9,179

11,063

-16.8%

-17.0%

    Memo: Accord PHEV

0

1

-100.0%

-100.0%

0

64

-100.0%

-100.0%

    Memo: Civic Hybrid

12

263

-95.3%

-95.4%

896

4,887

-81.6%

-81.7%

    Memo: Fit EV

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

1

-100.0%

-100.0%

Acura Division Total

17,148

16,823

5.7%

1.9%

161,360

177,165

-8.6%

-8.9%

  ILX

1,079

1,960

-42.9%

-44.9%

14,597

18,531

-21.0%

-21.2%

  NSX

68

0

0.0%

0.0%

269

0

0.0%

0.0%

  RLX / RL

192

159

25.2%

20.8%

1,478

2,195

-32.4%

-32.7%

  TL

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

88

-100.0%

-100.0%

  TLX

3,621

3,508

7.0%

3.2%

37,156

47,080

-20.8%

-21.1%

  TSX

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

4

35

-88.5%

-88.6%

  MDX

6,243

6,254

3.5%

-0.2%

55,495

58,208

-4.4%

-4.7%

  RDX

5,945

4,942

24.8%

20.3%

52,361

51,026

3.0%

2.6%

  ZDX

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

2

-100.0%

-100.0%

*** Memo: ILX Hybrid

0

1

-100.0%

-100.0%

1

23

-95.6%

-95.7%

    Memo: RLX Hybrid

31

16

100.9%

93.8%

235

250

-5.7%

-6.0%

    Memo: TSX Wagon

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

2

-100.0%

-100.0%

Selling Days

27

28

307

308

  **** Hybrid

3,396

841

318.8%

303.8%

12,985

20,818

-37.4%

-37.6%

*    Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts

**   Daily Selling Rate

***  Memo line items are included in the respective model total

**** Hybrid includes FHEV, PHEV, CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, Insight, ILX Hybrid, RLX Hybrid, RLX Sport Hybrid, MDX Sport Hybrid and NSX

 

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